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Easily master all four types of dosage calculations with Drug Calculations Online, 9th Edition. Designed to accompany Kee and Marshall's Clinical Calculations, 9th Edition, this easy-to-navigate interactive learning course covers ratio and proportion, formula, fractional equation, and dimensional analysis methods of drug calculation through an engaging balance of instruction and application opportunities. Each module includes interactive case studies, animations, practice problems, voice-overs, self-assessment activities, quizzes, and more to reinforce your understanding and ensure your mastery of the latest drug calculation best practices. Duration for access to this product, which may be at the discretion of your institution, is up to 36 months. Elsevier reserves the right to restrict or remove access due to changes in product portfolio or other market conditions. Explanations of all four major methods of drug calculation (ratio & proportion, formula, fractional equation, and dimensional analysis) expose you to all calculation methods so you can choose your preferred method. Extensive math instruction and review helps you master the basic skills you need to accurately calculate drug dosages. Modules are organized by topic sections and include an overview, objectives, learning outcomes, reading assignment, example problems, practice problems, and quizzes. Additional practice problems not found in the text are exclusive to the online course for supplemental practice. Narrated, step-by-step tutorials clearly explain how to solve many of the math problems in each of the four drug calculations. The latest guidelines in safe medication practice from The Joint Commission and the Institute for Safe Medication Practices help you learn how to reduce medication errors. Interactive case studies provide real-life patient scenarios.